xvii, 358 pages : 24 cm

"The Third Edition of Principles and Foundations will give you a solid understanding of the scope and practice of health educators historically, philosophically, theoretically, and ethically. The text continues to provide the best overall introduction to the emerging profession of Health Promotion and Education by covering the roles and responsibilities of health educators, the setting where health educators are employed, and the ethics of the profession. In addition to covering the history of health, health care, and health education, the book provides a preview of what the future may hold for you as a health promotion and education professional."--Jacket

Includes bibliographical references and index

A background for the profession -- The history of health and health education -- Philosophical foundations -- Theoretical foundations -- Ethics and health education -- The health educator : roles, responsibilities, certifications, advanced study -- The settings for health education -- Agencies/associations/organizations associated with health education -- The literature of health education -- Future trends in health education

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